My Options Reminder

ABSTRACT

A user wearable reminder device affixed to a bracelet to aid the user in remembering the what, the why, the how, the rewards, and the consequences of reaching their goal. The bracelet with device can be worn on the wrist, the wallet, the pocketbook, or any location the user desires. In the preferred embodiment, the device is affixed to a wrist bracelet, which has a hinged device. Inside the device is a piece of paper completed by the user, and answers personal questions specific to the user. The bottom of the device  1  encases the folded goal-oriented piece of paper  4.  The bottom  1  is affixed to the band of the bracelet  2.  The device in the preferred embodiment is hinged  3,  so the cover  5  stays open while the user examines the goal sheet  4.

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BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

In psychology, it is a known fact that attitude follows behavior. Manypeople have used a simple rubber band on their wrist in an effort tocurb negative thoughts or actions (such as nail biting, anger, stress,depression, worry, etcetera.) Not only is this method unattractive, theproblem with wearing a rubber band is that used over a period of time,the snapping action may cause bruising, redness, or affect circulation.Additionally, you must be cognizant of what you are wearing it for.Furthermore, snapping a rubber band is self-inflicted pain, andself-inflicted injury. These are negative aversion actions modifying abehavior.

Although it is true, whether one is trying to follow a diet plan, curbspending habits, stop smoking, or participate in a preferred, but notdesired program, a device to help remind the user of the reasons behinddoing such an action, or refraining from an action is beneficial inbehavior modification. The goal in behavior modification is to adapt ordiscourage an undesirable behavior and adopt a positive behavior in itsplace. The device method to assist in this endeavor should also bepositive.

My Options Reminder (M.O.R.) is just such a device. The user completes aform which asks questions. The form is folded away inside the device,which is affixed to a bracelet. When the device is worn on the wrist,each time the user reaches for something the device will be seen.

By visually acknowledging the device, the user can open it to reveal thecontents and remind them self of their options and reasons, or, just theact of noticing the bracelet will provide mental and behavioralstimulation.

The questionnaire inside the device may include, but not be limited toquestions such as: 1) I want to: 2) My reason for wanting this: 3) Whatcan or will happen if I don't achieve this? 4) My options for reachingthis are: 5) What is my reward for achieving this?

Although complete sentences will be provided in the instructions, on thepiece of paper the user will see something similar to these condensedquestions: 1) I want: 2) Why? 3) Consequences: 4) Options: 5) Reward.The questionnaire is updatable and replaceable as goals are achieved andnew goals or desires are determined.

As previously stated, one known behavior device that is used on thewrist is a rubber band which I have shown as a negative method ofbehavior modification or goal attainment. In researching for this patentapplication I found another reminder device, U.S. Pat. No. 6,807,822B,by Valerie Jean Martinson. That device, titled a Jewelry Learning Systemand Method also requires the user to either figure out the meaning ofthe device, or write the meaning in a form of short hand. For manypeople, this may be impractical. Not everyone is familiar with thecorporate world's use of short hand, nor conciseness of goals into oneor two words, nor have the necessary object to inscribe upon the charm.Further, H. B. Pratt invented a memory ring in 1914, A. E. Smytheinvented a memorandum wrist watch in May 1925, and F. J. Roos, in 1951,invented a memo pad device for attachment to wrist watch straps,bracelets, and the like.

Additionally, there are also bracelets to remind the user of time and orevents, but these too, are not appropriate methods to remind the user ofa goal, why they have the goal, or options they have in reaching theirgoal. There is a need, therefore, for a reminder device such as MyOptions Reminder, which is both practical and attractive.

RELATED PATENTS

Be, Be D415,976 Nov. 2, 1999 Martinson; Valarie Jean 6,807,822B1 Oct.26, 2004 Lazor; Susan 7,313,929B2 Jan. 1, 2008 Jennings, Victoria H.6,747,917B2 Jun. 8, 2004 Grant; Katherine 6,561,415B2 May 13, 2003Vidolin; Michael F. 6,880,364B1 Apr. 19, 2005 Pratt, Henry B. 1,166,629Jan. 4, 1916 Roos, F. J 2,553,676 May 22, 1951 Ford, Robert M. 3,214,852Nov. 2, 1965

BRIEF SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

A device invented to remind the user of a desired behavior modificationor goal. Said device opens to contain a typed or written goal, thereason of the goal, and the options the user has to achieve said goal.The device may be made from any material, and shaped in any size. Thedevice may be permanently affixed such as by soldering, or hung as anadornment or charm. Said device in the preferred embodiment is attachedto a bracelet. The bracelet can have one reminder device or multipledevices. The bracelet can be worn on the wrist, ankle, wallet, or anyplace the user chooses, although the preferred embodiment is for thewrist. The bottom of the device 1 encases the folded goal-oriented pieceof paper 4. The bottom 1 is affixed to the band of the bracelet 2. Thedevice in the preferred embodiment is hinged 3, so the cover 5 staysopen while the user examines the goal sheet 4.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

FIG. 1 shows the top perspective of one device affixed to the braceletin the open position, paper unfolded.

FIG. 2 shows the top perspective of the device in closed position.

FIG. 3 shows the front of the present invention with multiple, smallerdevices.

FIG. 4 is prior art, showing the jewelry learning system and method.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

FIG. 1 shows the top perspective view of the preferred embodiment withdevice 1 affixed to a band of the bracelet 2. The device 1 is in theopen position, with the unfolded sheet of paper 4 laid out. The answers(or goals) can be written or typed on the sheet of paper 4. The cover 5is in the open position, by the hinge 3.

FIG. 2 shows the top perspective of the preferred embodiment, Claim 1,in the closed position. The cover 5 encloses the sheet of paper 4within. The device 1 is affixed to the band 2.

FIG. 3 shows the present invention with a multitude of devices 1 hangingfrom a band 2.

FIG. 4 shows prior art of a jewelry learning system and method.

1. A device to remind the user of a desired behavior modification orgoal comprising of: a. a method to identify a desired behavior or goal;b. a method to inscribe said goal or behavior on a surface that can beupdated or replaced; c. a method to display said goal in a prominentlocation whereby the user will see the device; d. a device which can beused singularly, or if the user desires, multiple devices can be used atone time on the same method of attachment such as a bracelet; e. adevice that can be constructed of any material; f. a device that can beshaped in any manner; g. a device that can be any size; h. a method ofattachment of said device from a group of attachment means, includingsolder, clasps, or rings;
 2. The device of claim 1 can be affixed by anymeans to any material, and the length of said material can be sufficientto encompass the wrist, ankle, wallet, or another desired location; 3.The method of attachment in claim 1 can be constructed of any material;